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How I made one simple change to dramatically improve critical thinking in my classroom
At the start of the year, my reading program focused on structure—and for good reason. Many of my…
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Novel Study Ideas for Mid-Year: How to Choose the Right Text for Deeper Thinking
By mid-year, your class likely feels very different from those first few weeks back. Routines are established, relationships…
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Back to School Books That Spark Real Thinking: Powerful Reads for Grades 6–8
Choosing the right novel to kick off the school year in Grades 6–8 is about more than finding…
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The Ultimate List of Back to School Books to Inspire Grades 4–6 Readers
Choosing back to school books for Grades 4–6 means moving beyond surface-level stories. Upper elementary learners are ready…
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Best Back to School Books for Grades 2–4: How to Choose the Right Class Text
Whether you’re choosing a read-aloud, guided reading novel, or a whole-class book study, selecting the right back to…
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Irresistibly Creative Character Analysis Activities Your Students Will Love
Let’s be honest — character analysis activities can sometimes feel like a chore. We’ve all seen those worksheets…
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Finally Love Novel Studies: Expert Tips for Differentiating Your Novel Study Approach even with Split Year Levels
Let’s face it, today’s classrooms are more diverse than ever—especially in upper elementary. Whether you’re teaching a split…
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From Chaos to Connection: The Magic of Movement-Based Activities in the Classroom
If I had a dollar for every time a student asked, “Can we PLEASE go out for fitness?”—I’d…
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Transform pre-reading activities with these creative and powerful ideas
You know the feeling—new novel, fresh unit, and you’re hoping to hook even your most reluctant readers. The…
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Unlock Fearless Genius: Hexagonal Thinking + Action Figure AI Generator
There comes a point every school year—sometimes in week one, sometimes in week six—where you know it’s time…